AMD India Supports Deep-Tech Innovation with CSR Grant to Semiconductor Start-up AAGYAVISION

Bengaluru, June 26, 2025: AMD India has extended a CSR grant to AAGYAVISION, a semiconductor and AI-focused start-up incubated at the Foundation for Science Innovation and Development (FSID), part of the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru. The initiative is part of AMD’s collaboration with FSID to strengthen India’s semiconductor ecosystem and support deep-tech entrepreneurship.

AAGYAVISION is working on advanced imaging and sensing technologies through the integration of semiconductor design, radar systems, and artificial intelligence. Its full-stack solution includes a custom-designed chip, radar hardware, and software algorithms aimed at real-time control and signal analysis. The technology is designed to function in all-weather and low-light conditions and supports multi-frequency operations, making it suitable for applications in civilian security, 6G sensor networks, and smart infrastructure.

“At AMD, we believe true innovation stems from collaboration and a strong ecosystem. By joining with FSID and supporting start-ups like AAGYAVISION, we re-affirm our commitment to nurture deep-tech entrepreneurship in India. By supporting visionary ventures that combine semiconductors and AI, our goal is to help develop new technologies that can make a real difference in various industries. This initiative reflects the broader AMD mission to advance high-performance, energy-efficient computing while fostering inclusive growth and long-term value for the communities we serve,” said Jaya Jagadish, Country Head, AMD India.

Professor B. Gurumoorthy, Director, FSID, added, “India is building a world-class semiconductor ecosystem, driving advancements in electronic design and manufacturing. FSID is proud to support deep-tech R&D by incubating start-ups like AAGYAVISION at the Indian Institute of Science in alignment with the country’s semiconductor mission.”

The radar-on-chip solution being developed by AAGYAVISION is based on Frequency-Modulated Continuous Wave (FMCW) technology, which is known for improving radar resolution while maintaining low power usage and cost efficiency—key factors in edge sensing and computing.

“We are grateful to AMD for giving us the grant to fund the research. We are looking forward to working with AMD mentors, whose expertise in edge computing systems will allow us to improve our solutions,” said Suchismita Banerjee, CEO, AAGYAVISION.

The grant is expected to accelerate the commercialization of this technology, which is the result of over seven years of research at IISc.